Here's the Gary Con XVIII Hawaiian Shirt Picture! Taken by Louis Troutman on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
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Our Tower of Gygax Team appreciates every assistant, DM, player, and spectator who came to join us over the weekend. Thanks for making this a fun event we love to share!!
Please enjoy our "Tower of Gygax: A Mini Story!!" #GaryCon #GCXVIII #Gaming #TTRPGs #Convention #TowerOfGygax
Gary Con XVIII has news flowing from ICv2! Check out what they wrote about...
Luke Gygax returning to the D&D Franchise: buff.ly/UzHggON
Luke Gygax's Return to Greyhawk: buff.ly/4Fp8c1U
The uptick of RPG Zines: buff.ly/kzf50du
GCXVIII with a photo gallery: buff.ly/YGbcBsc
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Check out an article by Crit Hit The Giant about some of the exciting things coming our way that were announced at Gary Con XVIII! He sure did get the news out there fast this past weekend! WotC/D&D and Luke Gygax news from GCXVIII: buff.ly/wwfuZY4
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #Gaming #TTRPGs #Convention
Again, if you’re in town for Gary Con, check out Goodman Games’ “Aereth Reborn” Organized Play for 5e and DCC! I think it’s ok to say that I’m involved with a future episode. #GaryCon #GCXVIII
dragon statue outside Lake Geneva Public Library
Lake Geneva Public Library c. 1954 historic preservation sign
the Appendix N bookshelf with several old pulpy fantasy adn sci-fi books displayed prominently
me reading on the Reading Throne
Another fun spot I got to visit in Lake Geneva is the public library which recently installed an Appendix N section, with many books that inspired D&D or were based on the game. The Reading Throne was very comfy while reading some Jack Vecna I MEAN VANCE! :) […]
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I learned that the current Tuscan Tavern was once the Gargoyle and that Next Door Pub (where I got dinner last time I was at Gary Con) is the same place TSR employees liked to hang out! #GaryCon #GCXVIII
PS if you're in town for Gary Con check out Goodman Games' 'Aereth Reborn' Organized Play!
"Adventurer's Map of Lake Geneva" brochure featuring a picture of a sea monster on the cover
"Gargoyle" restaurant sign
A collection of minis, dice, and "Adventurer's Map of Lake Geneva" brochure displayed on the Gygax memorial bench
View of the Stone Manor across frozen Lake Geneva
One of the fun goodies you can get at the museum is the Adventurer’s Map of Lake Geneva, which gives you some of the town’s historical spots in a familiar RPG format. I learned that the current Tuscan Tavern was once the Gargoyle and that Next Door Pub (where I got […]
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PLAY TO WIN!! Brought to you by Tom Wham Games and Inn Road Ministries! Stop by the Board Game Library (Evergreen I) during open hours to play titles by some amazing game contributors. Josh Popp supports this message (and Tom Wham Games)!
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #PlayToWin #BoardGames #TomWhamGames
portraits of Gygax and Arneson
3d map of the boardgame Dungeon!
handwritten letter from Gary Gygax
In addition to a lot of the old TSR modules, there were one of a kind artifacts including original letters from Gygax and a 3d model of Dave Megarry’s “Dungeon" Boardgame. If you’re in town for Gary Con in a few days, it’s definitely worth checking out! #GaryCon #GCXVIII
me at the Geneva Lake Museum
3d map of the boardgame Dungeon!
stained glass image of a wizard in front of a dragon
me standing next to a tower of D&D creatures labelled by height
I recently had a chance to visit Lake Geneva and I got to see the newest exhibit at the museum, ‘The Wizard of Lake Geneva’ about Gary Gygax and the history of D&D. In addition to a lot of the old TSR modules, there were one of a kind artifacts including original […]
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Follow The Art of Clyde Caldwell Legacy Anthology on Kickstarter (LAUNCHING SOON) and try to find him at Jeff Easley's booth on Saturday, March 21! buff.ly/FQGVOTi
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #ClydeCaldwell #Kickstarter #ArtAnthology
Remember to check out the Cosplay Contest show in one week on Friday, March 20th at 4pm in the Grand Main Lobby/Lobby Bar to see what kind of whimsical costumes people made this year! buff.ly/GtU2PLH
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #Convention #Cosplay #Contest #WizardsOfTheCoast #WotC #DnD #DRAGONS
ONE WEEK... until the Gary Con Silent Auction begins—NEW this year for 2026! Two-hour rounds of bidding near the Registration/Help Desk leading up to the live auction! buff.ly/5bhVkGG
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #Charity #SilentAuction #OrthaneProductions #Keshanar #ChildrensWI
We have begun to transcribe food menus, which are still being completed, but you can see what we have so far at: garycon.com/nomnomnom/
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #Gaming #TTRPGs #Convention #ConFood #EdStark
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Luke Gygax is the founder of Gary Con and the son of D&D co-creator, Gary Gygax. He grew up at the gaming table with the designers who laid the foundation for the RPG industry. buff.ly/dwE5bDF
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
Call 1-262-248-3464 to book a room at the Lake Geneva Lodge and mention the "Gary Con Group" to get the group rate!
Have a last minute badge? Need overnight accommodations? Book with our partner, the Lake Geneva Lodge—on the shuttle route, new in 2026!
Call 1-262-248-3464 and mention the "Gary Con Group" to book! #GaryCon #GCXVIII #Gaming #TTRPGs #Convention #PartnerHotel #LakeGenevaWI
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Brian J. Nordon is the Irish Author behind the bestselling Quest Academy series and he worked as the Narrative Recruiter for Larian Studios on Baldur’s Gate 3. buff.ly/Q5rR9aV
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Clyde Caldwell's work graced TSR game and book covers for almost 10 years. He is best known for his portrayal of strong, sexy female characters. buff.ly/CeZemAw
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
Here comes the Gary Con Fan Favorite Paint-and-Take Miniature Contest! Submit your mini before 2pm Sat., Mar. 21, following the rules detailed on the Gary Con Side Quests page: buff.ly/ed8wW4K
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #PaintAndTake #MiniaturePainting #FanFavorite
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Dan Ayoub is a 25-year AAA games industry veteran, who leads D&D at Hasbro. Previously, brought education-driven change during his time as General Manager of Education for Microsoft. buff.ly/cc2Eup1
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Brian Lewis is the Chairperson/Co-Owner of Gen Con and Managing Partner of Azora Law, where he championed the development, drafting, socialization and launch of the ORC License. buff.ly/t6EPUiu
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Crystal Sully, is an award-winning illustrator and concept artist who brings creatures to life for some of the most popular properties in the tabletop gaming industry. buff.ly/PL1SxCK
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Justice Ramin Arman is the Game Design Director for the Dungeons & Dragons Game Design Team at Wizards of the Coast. buff.ly/46JAmFR
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT: David Nett is a writer, actor, and producer, who co-created ProgCore Fantasy with Todd Stashwick. He has contributed to dozens of RPG-themed series at Geek & Sundry, Nerdist, etc. buff.ly/RRw9mho
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Thomas Valley has been organizing/running events at conventions for 40+ years. He’s one of the Premier Organizers for WotC’s new Organized Play program: Legends of Greyhawk. buff.ly/HFhCZSA
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Monica Paprocki is an award-winning Filipino cosplayer, who has been featured in prestigious publications, including The Chicago Tribune and The New Yorker. buff.ly/nKaoIez
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Jeremy Crawford is the game director at Critical Role’s Darrington Press. Before joining Critical Role in 2025, he led or co-led the design of many D&D books. buff.ly/skxhHx3
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GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Anjali Bhimani is an award-winning actor whose career spans across Broadway, feature films, television, video games, animation, and digital content. buff.ly/cccg2Mq
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs
GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Dakota Krout is an author with multiple best-selling series—including “Cooking With Disaster”, “Divine Dungeon”, “Completionist Chronicles”, and “Full Murderhobo”. buff.ly/W4RMzKm
#GaryCon #GCXVIII #SpecialGuest #Gaming #TTRPGs